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Delusional, scandalous and snobbish: Tory PMs according to John Bercow
Dec 8, 2023
Former speaker of the House of Commons, John Bercow, discusses his difficult relationships with Tory PMs, his political switch from far-right to center-left, and the bullying allegations that ended his career. They also talk about the TV show Traitors.
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- John Bercow reflects on his transformation from right-wing Conservative to progressive figure and the challenges he faced during the Brexit saga.
- Bercow emphasizes the importance of workplace etiquette, stronger anti-bullying policies, and shares his thoughts on the current state of the Conservative Party.
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John Bercow's Journey in Politics
John Bercow, the former Speaker of the House of Commons, reflects on his political career and his transformation from a right-wing Conservative to a progressive figure. He discusses his relationships with different Prime Ministers and the accusations of bias that he faced during the Brexit saga. Bercow also addresses the parliamentary inquiry into allegations of bullying against him and emphasizes the importance of workplace etiquette and changing standards. He concludes by sharing his thoughts on the current state of the Conservative Party and his aspirations for a change of government.
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